Ghemme DOCG 2016 - Ioppa

The Ghemme DOCG 2016 by Ioppa is a wine that embodies the essence of Piedmont, made with a blend of 85% Nebbiolo and 15% Vespolina. Produced from the estate's top vineyards, Santa Fe and Balsina, this wine has been aged for four years in 25 and 30 hl barrels before being bottled and rested for an additional year. On the palate, it stands out for its classic notes of maraschino cherry, dried rose, spiced orange, and earthy minerals. Ideal for savoring in an intimate atmosphere, perhaps during a romantic dinner, it pairs splendidly with red meat dishes and aged cheeses. A wine that satisfies not just the palate, but also the soul.

Denomination: Ghemme DOCG
Vintage: 2016
Dosage: Dry
Grapes: Nebbiolo and Vespolina
Region: Piedmont (IT), Romagnano Sesia (NO)
Refinement: Large oak barrels
Serving temperature: 16/18°C
Alcohol content: 13.5% vol.

The Ioppa winery is a family-run business located in Romagnano Sesia, in Upper Piedmont. The winery is located on a hill overlooking the surrounding vineyards, the Sesia river valley and the Monte Rosa mountain. Ioppa produces a variety of wines, including Ghemme DOCG and Colline Novaresi DOC wines. The Ioppa family has a long history of growing grapes since 1852, over the generations the winery has undergone many expansions and the current owners, Gianpiero and Giorgio Ioppa, have tripled the size of the estate to over 20 hectares and built a new facility modern, today it is an example of success for the area. The soil of the vineyards is a mixture of clay and sand with gravel-like pebbles which influence the characteristics of the aged wines. The Ioppa cellar is underground and contains oak barrels and barriques for the aging of Ghemme, Ghemme Cru and Vespolina wines. In addition to traditional manufacturing techniques, Ioppa also uses modern technology and equipment to ensure the highest quality of its products.